Lemon Facts
Lemon facts and other information about this very useful citrus fruit. If you're making lemon recipes and are curious about this fruit, here you go! How to Buy: Choose lemons that are bright yellow in color and only give slightly when squeezed. How to Store: Lemons can be kept at room temperature for about two weeks before they start to go soft and eventually mold. They can be stored for about 6 weeks in plastic bags kept in the refrigerator. Temperatures between 4°C and 10°C are best. The refrigerator door or center area of the refrigerator maintains this temperature well. After you cut one in half, use it within 2 - 3 days. Lemons are popular for cleaning because they are high in acid - which kills bacteria. They can also be used for getting stains out of cutting boards, soap scum out of washing machines, and water deposits out of sinks. Remove stains left on plastic storage containers by squeezing the juice from one lemon onto the dirty surface and letting it sit for twenty minutes. Rinse with water. If the plastic is still stained repeat the process until the plastic is clean. Add half a cup of juice to your laundry to brighten whites and make them smell fresh. Interesting facts:
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